India's star batter Rinku Singh is all set to rejoin Team India in Kolkata on February 28 for the key Super 8 clash against West Indies just hours after performing the last rites for his father. Following the tragic news of his father's demise due to liver cancer on February 27 morning, Rinku traveled from Noida to Aligarh to attend the funeral alongside his four brothers and support his family. Despite this profound personal loss, he has departed to prepare for India's critical final Super 8 match against the West Indies on March 1.
This upcoming encounter against the West Indies is arguably the most crucial match of the tournament for Team India. A victory is mandatory to secure a spot in the semifinals, while a loss would result in immediate elimination from the T20 World Cup 2026.
Rinku's return comes during a challenging stretch in his tournament performance, having scored only 24 runs across five matches. Critics have pointed out that he has been deployed at number eight in several games, a position that many believe is too low for a specialist batter of his caliber. Nonetheless, his rapid return highlights his commitment to the team's vital mission in Kolkata.